Solar Energy jobs in Houghton le Spring

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myenergi is a growing global clean‑tech manufacturer dedicated to removing the barriers to a greener future. Known for our award‑winning zappi EV charger and our intelligent home energy management ecosystem, we empower customers to control, store, and optimise their self‑generated energy.

With an expanding international presence and ambitious plans for continued global growth, we’re shaping the future of smart, flexible homes, leading innovation in solar, EV, and battery technology to create a cleaner, more sustainable future for all.

Role Summary:

The Technical Sales Manager is responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with new and existing clients. This role is to cover the North East region, we are therefore looking for candidates that reside within or close to this area.

This role focuses on promoting and selling sustainable home energy management solutions—including EV charging, battery storage and energy diverters to installers and electrical wholesalers.

You will act as the key point of contact for clients, providing expert product and systems knowledge, strategic advice, and exceptional customer service to drive sales growth and long-term partnerships.

Key Responsibilities:

• To manage and grow a portfolio of renewable energy customers within the geographical region and support the growth nationally as part of the overall team.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities across solar, EV charging, battery storage, and other clean technologies.
• Provide product support and product guidance to customers throughout the sales cycle.
• Prepare and present product training to regional branches and installers.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams including engineering, operations, and marketing to ensure smooth project delivery and after-sales service.
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of industry trends, technology developments, and government incentives (e.g., OZEV grants, net zero targets).
• Attend trade shows and exhibitions representing the business and generate leads.
• Meet and exceed sales targets and KPIs in line with the company’s strategic growth objectives.
• Use CRM software to track interactions, meet sales activity, pipeline management, and customer data

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Willingness to travel daily within the designated region, meeting and training customers face to face.
• Strong emotional intelligence and social skills.
• Deep understanding of the sales process and selling skills to move the prospect along the sales funnel.
• Technically competent with an electrical engineering background and with a deep understanding of renewable energy products (solar PV, EV charging infrastructure, battery storage, etc.).
• Strong Sales Skills and Account Management.
• Strong Merchandising skills ensuring our product and brand presence is front of house.
• Excellent communication, presentation, training, coaching and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage time and priorities independently.
• Results-driven with a customer-centric mindset

Our Values:

At myenergi, our values guide how we work every day

Bold – Push for better

• Challenge the norm and set new standards
• Try new ideas and learn fast
• Focus on progress, not perfection
• Speak up, even when it's hard

Empowered – Own the outcome

• Take responsibility for your work and results
• Make informed decisions
• Welcome challenge and give it respectfully
• Put customers first

United – Work as one

• Collaborate and share openly
• Communicate clearly and honestly
• Support each other
• Think beyond your own team

Purposeful – Do work that matters

• Consider the impact of your decisions
• Help customers save money and cut carbon
• Build technology that is made to last
• Deliver value through continuous improvement

What myenergi Offers You

Free on‑site EV charging

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

25 days’ holiday (increasing with service) + Bank Holidays

Mental Health First Aiders across the business

Career development and ongoing support

Employee empowerment and autonomy

Free on‑site parking

A positive, purpose‑driven working environment

EV salary sacrifice scheme

Birthday leave – because everyone deserves a day off for their birthday

Life Assurance - death in service

Long service awards

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Life Celebrations – vouchers for birth and marriage

Employee Assistance Programme – a free, 24/7 UK‑based counselling helpline

myenergi is committed to being an equal opportunity, diverse and inclusive employer. We want a supportive and inclusive environment where our colleagues can reach their full potential without prejudice and discrimination. We are committed to a culture where respect and understanding is fostered, and the diversity of people’s backgrounds and circumstances will be positively valued.

Pay: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company car

Work Location: On the road